“Dive headfirst into your internship," said Johnathan Ballou. It’s a simple piece of advice, and coming from an alumnus with a marine sciences degree, you may think the dive is literal. But Johnathan Ballou, a UF/IFAS College of Agricultural ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Professional Development
The introduction of Dutch elm disease in the 1930s marked a turning point in American urban forestry. Millions of the once iconic elm trees across the U.S. were lost. The disease originated in Asia, where native elm species show some natural ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
The UF/IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries and Geomatics Sciences is thrilled to introduce a new self-guided tour of the many magnificent tree species located on the University of Florida’s main campus in Gainesville. The tour includes ... READ MORE
Category: Forests
Meet Eli Bodor, an aspiring conservationist and entomologist. Originally from Tampa, Eli has lived in Sarasota since the age of seven. In April 2024, Eli registered for a Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) class. Read on to learn how ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
THANKS TO THOSE JOINING US FOR THE AUGUST 19 WEBINAR ON WOODLOT MANAGEMENT OPTIONS, RECORDING NOW AVAILABLE This webinar was provided by the UF/IFAS Florida Land Steward Program and UF/IFAS Walton County Extension. Forestry Extension Agent, ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
CONGRATULATIONS BOYLES TREE FARM: 2025 JON GOULD FLORIDA OUTSTANDING TREE FARM OF THE YEAR The Florida Tree Farm Program is excited to announce that Boyles Tree Farm is recognized as the 2025 Jon Gould Florida Outstanding Tree Farm of the ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
Keystone species are critical because entire ecosystems rely on their presence to remain balanced. If removed, the ecological structure may collapse. They differ from indicator species, which reflect the health and maturity of an ecosystem rather ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
By Joe Boyles, Boyles Tree Farm; Brian Cobble, Florida Forest Service; and Chris Demers, UF/IFAS School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences All photos courtesy of Boyles Tree Farm The Florida Tree Farm Program is excited to ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife
GROWING SEASON PRESCRIBED FIRE Over the last couple weeks conditions have been favorable for getting some growing season burning done at the University of Florida’s Austin Cary Forest near Gainesville, FL. See our Facebook page to find ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Wildlife